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Philipps-Universität Marburg

PhD Research Assistant in Cellular Neuropsychiatry: Parkinson’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia Philipps University Marburg in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Third-party funded part-time position (65% of regular working hours) for 3 years, paid according to pay grade E13 TV-H / collective agreement of the state of Hesse; includes attractive remuneration and company pension scheme (VBL).

Deadline

Oct 25, 2026

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Germany

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Philipps-Universität Marburg

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Keywords

Computer Science
Molecular Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Biology
Parkinson's Disease
Neuropsychology
Medical Science
Neurodegenerative Disease
Transmission Electron Microscopy
Bioinformatic
Transcriptomic

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Philipps University Marburg is advertising a Research Assistant (PhD Student) position in the Cellular Neuropsychiatry working group at the Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Department of Medicine. The project is led by Dr. Dr. Fanni F. Geibl-Henrich and focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases, especially Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia.

The successful candidate will contribute to research on α-synuclein-induced neurodegeneration and the identification of new therapeutic targets. The work combines animal experimental research, molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, confocal and electron microscopy, and bioinformatic analysis of high-throughput data such as transcriptomics and proteomics. The role also includes work with human biological samples, scientific illustration, presentations at international congresses, publication writing, and dissertation work.

This is a third-party funded, part-time (65%) position for 3 years, paid at E13 TV-H. The post is embedded in an internationally connected research environment with collaborations including Johns Hopkins University, Northwestern University, and ETH Zurich.

Applicants should hold a completed university degree in Human Biology, Neuroscience, Biology, Pharmacy, Human Medicine, or a related discipline. Strong interest in basic neuroscience research and its clinical translation is expected, along with very good English skills, motivation, conscientiousness, and teamwork. Experience in neuroscience research is an advantage, and programming skills in Python or R are helpful.

Applications must be submitted online via the university application portal by 2026-10-25.

Funding details

Third-party funded part-time position (65% of regular working hours) for 3 years, paid according to pay grade E13 TV-H / collective agreement of the state of Hesse; includes attractive remuneration and company pension scheme (VBL).

What's required

Completed university degree (Diploma, Master's or equivalent) in Human Biology, Neuroscience, Biology, Pharmacy, Human Medicine or a related discipline; strong interest in basic neuroscience research and its clinical translation; high motivation, conscientiousness, and teamwork; very good spoken and written English; experience in basic neuroscience research is an advantage; knowledge of programming languages such as Python or R for bioinformatic analysis is advantageous; willingness to pursue a doctoral project in Parkinson's disease or dementia with Lewy bodies.

How to apply

Apply exclusively via the application button on the university job portal. Submit your application by 2026-10-25.

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